JOB OVERVIEW

Tanaka Kintsugi Wellness and Transformation Inc. is a growing group practice in Whitby, Ontario, committed to helping individuals, couples, and families heal, reconnect, and move forward with intention.

Inspired by the Japanese art of Kintsugi—the restoration of broken pottery with gold—we believe that the places where people have experienced hurt or difficulty can become places of strength, growth, and transformation.

We are seeking compassionate and skilled Counsellors / Psychotherapists to join our growing clinical team as independent contractors.

This opportunity is not limited to experienced clinicians. We welcome applications from newly qualifying counsellors and psychotherapists, as well as clinicians who are beginning their careers and looking for mentorship, consultation, and support as they develop their practice.

We are particularly interested in clinicians who want to grow with a practice and develop their clinical skills within a collaborative environment.

DUTIES

- Provide professional counselling and psychotherapy to individuals, couples, families, youth, and/or adults within your scope of practice.
- Conduct client assessments and develop appropriate treatment goals and therapeutic plans.
- Provide trauma-informed, client-centred therapeutic interventions.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical documentation.
- Establish and maintain appropriate professional and therapeutic boundaries.
- Monitor client progress and adjust treatment approaches as clinically appropriate.
- Support clients experiencing concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma,



relationship difficulties, family concerns, grief, stress, life transitions, and personal growth.
- Collaborate with the Tanaka Kintsugi clinical team when consultation is appropriate.
- Participate in clinical consultation, supervision, and professional development as applicable.
- Maintain professional registration, liability insurance, and other requirements relevant to your regulatory body and scope of practice.
- Conduct yourself in accordance with applicable legislation, professional standards, ethical requirements, and Tanaka Kintsugi policies.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

We Welcome Clinicians at Different Stages.

- Experienced counsellors and psychotherapists.
- Newly qualifying clinicians.
- Clinicians early in their professional careers.
- Clinicians transitioning into private or group practice.
- Registered Psychotherapists and Registered Social Workers.
- MSW graduates who are not yet registered and are seeking support in their professional development.
- Clinicians with specialized experience in trauma, couples, family, youth, or other areas.
- Multilingual clinicians.
- Clinicians from diverse cultural and faith backgrounds.





This role is ideal for professionals committed to making a difference through compassionate care, innovative therapy techniques, and collaborative teamwork. Join us in creating a supportive environment where every client’s journey toward well-being is prioritized!

WHY JOIN TANAKA KINTSUGI?

At Tanaka Kintsugi, we believe that good clinicians don't stop learning.

Whether you are an experienced therapist looking for a collaborative practice or a newly qualifying clinician seeking mentorship and a place to start building your career, we want to hear from you.

We are building a practice where clinicians can bring their skills, culture, language, faith, perspective, and lived experience while remaining committed to professional, ethical, trauma-informed care.

If you believe that people can heal, relationships can be restored, and difficult experiences can become growth opportunities, we invite you to join us.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit your résumé/CV and a brief cover letter outlining:

- Your education and professional qualifications
- Your current registration status, if applicable
- Your clinical interests and areas of experience
- Languages spoken, if other than English
- Why you are interested in joining Tanaka Kintsugi
- Whether you are seeking mentorship or are an experienced clinician

BENEFITS:

- Flexible schedule
- Work from home

WORK LOCATION: Remote

Pay: $90.00-$150.00 per hour

Expected hours: 5.0 – 25.0 per week

Advantages:

- Flexible schedule
- Work from home

Work Location: Remote

📌 Counsellor / Psychotherapist – Independent Contractor (Regional Municipality of Durham)
🏢 Tanaka Kintsugi Wellness and Transformation
📍 Regional Municipality of Durham